L’Auberge de Sedona, a AAA five-Diamond award-winning property located in the picturesque Red Rock Country of north central Arizona, has been named among the top 50 hotels in the world. With just 58 guest rooms, this resort is intimate and personal. This article will provide you with all the information you need to know about L’Auberge de Sedona, including why you should visit, its amenities, pricing, restaurants and bars and things to do in the area.
What to Know Before You Go
The weather is hot and dry from June through September, and monsoon season is from July through September. Though Sedona is a beautiful year-round destination, it is the time of year you’ll find the most abundant and stunning colors. The colors are at their peak in early October, so plan your visit accordingly. Because the resort has a limited number of guest rooms, be sure to book well in advance. It is also important to note that Sedona is located in a remote area and can be challenging to get to. You will likely need a rental car, so make sure to book it ahead of time. The rates at L’Auberge de Sedona vary depending on the date, season and special events in the area. During peak travel times, room rates are generally higher. To receive the best rate, be sure to book as far in advance as possible.
Awards and Recognition
As mentioned above, L’Auberge de Sedona was named among the top 50 hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure. It has also received numerous other awards and recognition, including:
- Top 10 Resort Hotels in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler - Silver Award
- Top 50 hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure - #42
- Most Romantic Hotel in Arizona by U.S. News and World Report - Gold Medal
- Top 10 Most Luxurious Hotels in Arizona by U.S. News and World Report - #10
- Top 10 Hotels in Sedona by U.S. News and World Report - #8
- Best Small City in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure - Gold Medal
- Top 10 Best Cities for Romance by Condé Nast Traveler - #7
Best Season to Visit
The weather in Sedona, AZ, is quite warm during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the 80s to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The best time to visit is during the fall season from September to November, when the weather is sunny and dry with warm days and cool nights. The fall season also features the most vibrant colors from the surrounding scenery and offers the best chance of seeing the famous red rocks in their full glory. While the summer months are dry, fall brings with it more rain.
Rooms & Services Available
Premiere Cottage
2 maximum amount
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Downstream on the banks of Oak Creek, our Creekside Premiere Cottages provide the utmost privacy. With the sound of flowing water and the rustling of the trees overhead, we've designed these cottages with romance in mind. In addition to wood-burning fireplaces, outdoor cedar showers, and spacious decks for lounging, these cottages offer a serene environment.
Wood-burning fireplace (seasonal)
Outdoor cedar shower
Private deck with comfortable seating
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
65” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
View: Oak Creek
Suite Cottage
4 maximum amount
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Our Creekside Suite Cottages are situated on the banks of Oak Creek, providing the greatest privacy and connection with nature. You can cozy up in the living area, which has comfortable seating and a sleeping sofa, a 65-inch flat-screen TV, and expensive patio doors that open onto your large private terrace.
Wood-burning fireplace (seasonal)
610 square feet
Outdoor cedar shower
Sleeper sofa
Separate living room & bedroom
Private deck with comfortable seating
Four-poster, king-sized bed
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
65” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
View: Oak Creek
Garden Cottage
2 maximum amount
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L'Auberge de Sedona's Garden Cottages are decorated in a studio-like style with a king-size bed covered in Italian linens, plush seating areas, and a wood-burning fireplace that makes for an exceptional centrepiece. The bathroom includes an oversized shower enclosure and luxurious bathroom amenities.
Wood-burning fireplace (seasonal)
490 square feet
Private deck with comfortable seating
Four-poster, king-sized bed
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
65” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
Studio style
In-room safe
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Lodge Deluxe Room
2 maximum amount
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Sedona's L'Auberge de Sedona Lodge Deluxe Rooms feature rustic and modern décor in a refreshing combination of light and warmth. The crisp white beds are a welcome contrast to the dark four-post bed and leather lounge chairs, while the generously sized television screen allows you to catch up on your favourite shows while enjoying a glass of wine on your private balcony or patio.
Balcony or Deck seating
390 square feet
Four-poster, king-sized bed
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
55” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
Studio style
In-room safe
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Spa Suite
4 maximum amount
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Set in a picturesque, natural environment, Spa Suites Cottages offer peaceful sanctuary following a day of sightseeing or pleasure. The Peloton bikes in our Spa Suites are included to enhance the restorative nature, and the Essentially Sedona calming amenities are provided to promote tranquility during your stay. These luxurious Sedona suites also include a separate living area furnished with a couch.
Peloton Bike
Gas fireplace
610 square feet
Jetted tub, shower & double vanities
Outdoor cedar shower
Private deck with comfortable seating
Four-poster, king-sized bed
Separate living room with sleeper sofa
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
55” high-definition
4K Samsung TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
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Two-Bedroom Garden Cottage
6 maximum amount
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The Two-Bedroom Garden Cottages at L'Auberge are the best option for families or groups, because they consist of two bedrooms, one of which contains a king-sized bed and the other a pair of queen beds, both of which have flat-screen TVs and separate bathrooms. The living room has a sleeper sofa and expansive patio doors that open onto the deck, allowing you to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine.
Wood-burning fireplace (seasonal)
720 square feet
Private deck with comfortable seating
Two separate bedrooms (king-sized bed & two queen beds)
Two separate bathrooms
Separate living room with sleeper sofa
Complimentary high-speed internet
King-sized bed
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
65” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
View: Gardens
Vista Cottage
2 maximum amount
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From the privacy of your spacious deck, watch the sun set, reflecting dramatic hues of red and orange against Snoopy Rock. Or take in the spectacular views from the indoor comforts of your Vista Cottage, which features a king-sized bed, a gas fireplace, and an oversized bathroom.
Retractable
Awning over Deck
Gas fireplace
Heated Bathroom Floors
470 square feet
Jetted tub, shower & double vanities
Outdoor cedar shower
Private deck with comfortable seating
Complimentary high-speed internet
King-sized bed
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
55” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
Studio style
In-room safe
View: Red Rocks
Vista Suite Cottage
4 maximum amount
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From the privacy of your spacious deck, watch the sun set, reflecting dramatic hues of red and orange against Snoopy Rock. Or take in the spectacular views from the indoor comforts of your Vista Cottage, which features a king-sized bed, a gas fireplace, and an oversized bathroom.
Telescope
Heated Bathroom Floors
610 square feet
Jetted tub, shower & double vanities
Outdoor cedar shower
Private deck with comfortable seating
Separate living room with sleeper sofa
Complimentary high-speed internet
King-sized bed
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
55” high-definition
4K Samsung
TVILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
View: Red Rocks
Creekhouse
10 maximum amount
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L’Auberge de Sedona’s Creekhouse is a five-bedroom luxury home on the banks of Oak Creek that offers guests a refined, intimate stay in Sedona’s Red Rock Country. Groups, business retreats, meetings, wedding parties, anniversaries, reunions, multigenerational family vacations, and others can enjoy the area’s luxurious-leisure amenities. The Creekhouse’s five guest rooms offer separate keyed entrances and private atrium great rooms and bars. Each room includes a king-sized bed, a private bathroom, and a separate entrance.
Complimentary high-speed internet
Complimentary digital access to New York Times & Financial Times
ILLY coffee machines with complimentary coffee/espresso
L’OCCITANE hair & skin products
Deluxe bathrobes & slippers
Down bedding & pillows
In-room safe
Mini refrigerator
L’Auberge de Sedona Amenities
The hotel is a AAA five-Diamond Award winner that prides itself on being eco-friendly. It has 58 guest rooms, and the majority are suites. There is also a spa, an outdoor pool, a French restaurant and a lounge. L'Auberge de Sedona also offers an array of amenities and services, including a 24-hour fitness center, concierge service, outdoor heated pool and repurposed granite and tile. For those who may be planning their wedding, the hotel offers a range of services, including a wedding planner, ceremony sites and reception venues, a bridal room, a rehearsal dinner location and more.
L’Auberge de Sedona Food and Dining
The French restaurant, La Casa de Sedona, is considered one of the best restaurants in Arizona. While the menu changes based on what is in season, you can expect dishes like braised lamb shoulder, roasted duck breast and more. La Casa de Sedona also features a French-style lounge with a small bites menu featuring daily specials. If you are looking for something lighter and more casual, the on-site Sedona Coffee and Wine Café offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options, wine and coffee. The hotel also has a grocery store, where you can purchase snacks, drinks, fresh produce and other items that you may have forgotten to pack.
L’Auberge de Sedona Activities and Services
The resort offers a number of activities, including art and pottery classes, yoga, hiking and cycling. There is also a full-service spa, which prides itself on being eco-friendly and uses organic products and recycled packaging and paper products. For those wanting to learn more about the area, the concierge service can help with suggestions and booking activities, like hiking or visiting the famous Sedona Vortex. For those who need to stay connected to the office, the hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a computer lab. For added convenience, the hotel also offers 24-hour room service.
Getting there
The closest airport to L’Auberge de Sedona is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, which is about a three-hour drive away. From there, you can rent a car or use a ride-sharing service like Lyft or Uber. If you are traveling from the West Coast, you may have a better option. There are direct flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego to Flagstaff, which is about a two-hour drive from Sedona. If you are planning a road trip, make sure to check the condition of the roads and route as wildfires can sometimes close down sections of the highways.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- L’Auberge de Sedona is an eco-friendly, luxury resort that is set in one of the most stunning and picturesque spots in the state. The guest rooms are spacious and feature luxurious bedding and views of the amazing red rocks.
Cons
- Since the resort is small, it can often sell out, especially during the fall season. Getting a room can be challenging, and you should book as far in advance as possible. It is also important to note that the drive to Sedona is up a winding road, which can be challenging, especially when the weather is bad. Some may also find the price tag to be a bit expensive, but keep in mind that this is a five-star resort, so what you pay is what you get.
The Bottom Line
L’Auberge de Sedona is an unforgettable destination that is guaranteed to impress even the most discerning traveler. The resort is located in one of the most stunning and picturesque spots in the state, and features luxurious bedding and views of the red rocks. For those who are looking for the ultimate Sedona experience, this is the place to stay. Just be sure to book as far in advance as possible and ask about the special offers that are often available.
